If a ruler listens to lies, all of his officials are wicked.

which having no chief, overseer, or ruler,

Many will entreat the favor of a ruler, and everyone is a friend to a man who gives gifts.

When you sit to eat with a ruler, consider diligently what is before you;

By patience a ruler is persuaded. A soft tongue breaks the bone.

As a roaring lion or a charging bear, so is a wicked ruler over helpless people.

A tyrannical ruler lacks judgment. One who hates ill-gotten gain will have long days.

Many seek the ruler's favor, but a man's justice comes from Yahweh.